The start of fall brings a lot of welcome things: a new school year, cooler temps and changing leaves.  You may not notice it right away, but your daily commute is affected by the shorter days and changing weather, too. (For example: Did you know wet leaves can be as slippery as ice?)  Stay alert […]

One of the most valuable assets for any business is its data. Like any business, small businesses are susceptible to cyberattacks. Safeguarding your company’s data is not just about avoiding financial loss—it’s about protecting customer and employee information, maintaining public trust, following government regulations, and keeping your business running with as little disruption as possible.

School is officially in session. And while kids are brushing up on their math and language arts skills, there are still lessons for the rest of us to learn, too—like: Is it ever OK to go around a stopped school bus? And how do I navigate the student drop-off and pickup lane? This time of

Fair and equal treatment isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s often the law. Whether you’re hiring for a new position, planning a promotion or letting an employee go, it’s important to be aware of anti-discrimination laws enforced by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). Why? Because if you’re accused of discrimination or harassment, you

It starts with a few innocent raindrops on the glass. At first, you might not even bother to turn on the windshield wipers. But judging from the dark skies and rolling thunder, you know it’s just the beginning. Before long, your car is under assault from a rapid barrage of descending beads, leaving a blurry

There are many choices you need to make when it comes to choosing the right car insurance. When it comes to customizing your policy, one of the biggest decisions is what deductible amount you will choose. What is a deductible in auto insurance? Your deductible is the amount of money you will have to pay toward

A data breach is not something that just happens to mega retailers – small businesses are also at risk. From customers’ credit card numbers to employee tax information, it’s likely that your small business handles sensitive data on a regular basis. All it takes is one convincing phishing email or a stolen laptop for that sensitive

We may be a little biased here, but protecting your home and personal belongings is important—and often required. Usually selecting policies is pretty straightforward, but one question we often get here at Erie Insurance is how to select the correct policy for your townhouse. For specifics on policies and what fits your exact situation, we

What if you were asked to make a list of everything inside your home from memory? Chances are, you’d end up forgetting a thing or two… right? Well, if you ever have to file a homeowners insurance claim after a fire or major disaster, you could be asked to do just that. That’s why you

While you may be familiar with the obvious need for homeowners insurance, the finer details and definitions of your coverage may be less clear. Take insurance peril, for example. Even to long-time policyholders, the term may be either unknown or confused with other concepts. So, what are perils, how are they related to risks or